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Do’s and don’ts of hearing aid battery care
Posted by Hearing Aid Institute of on January 15, 2019
Hearing aids batteries keep our ears going! Here are some quick do’s and don’ts to get the most out of your hearing aid batteries.
Do’s
1. Do let your batteries rest for one min after you pull the tab off and before you put into your hearing aid.
2. Do throw your battery away if your hearing aid gets wet.
3. Do carry extra batteries with you at...
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Noise may damage more than your hearing
Posted by Hearing Aid Institute of on January 03, 2019
A female scream. Squealing brakes. A baby crying. An electric drill. Nails on a blackboard. They all make the list. The top 10 list. The top 10 list of the most unpleasant sounds according to a study published in the Journal of Neuroscience.
Instead of torturing you with the entire list, I limited it by choosing my personal top five. You’re welcome! Just...
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Do’s and don’ts of getting hearing aids
Posted by Hearing Aid Institute of on December 20, 2018
Getting hearing aids is a big decision and a smart investment towards your future quality of life. Before you make the decision, consider these tips to help ensure you get the best hearing aids for your needs.
Do’s
1. Do speak with a hearing professional about situations you want to hear and communicate in better.
2. Do bring a third party or significant...
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Do’s and don’ts of communicating in a busy environment
Posted by Hearing Aid Institute of on December 11, 2018
Hearing aids are amazing! But even people with normal hearing can sometimes struggle in loud environments. If you find yourself in a busy environment, these tips can help.
Do’s
1. Do look at the people you are speaking with. We all use visual cues whether we realize it or not.
2. Do try to situate yourself in good lighting to see everyone’s face.
3....
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The connection between diabetes and hearing loss
Posted by Hearing Aid Institute of on November 19, 2018
The relationship between hearing loss and diabetes has long been debated. But research now concludes that hearing loss is more prevalent in adults with diabetes.
One research study included data from participants ranging in age from 20 to 69. Important information they found:
People with diabetes were 2x more likely to have hearing loss than people without.
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